Global Immersive Veterinary Experiences
in Kenya
February 22–March 1, 2025
8 Nights Wildlife Conservation Experience
Travel with us to one of the most stunning places on earth. Connect to the landscape and be a part of our work to support veterinarians caring for wildlife in some of the world's most fragile and beautiful ecosystems.
Dr. Dale Smith, a wildlife veterinarian and Professor Emeritus of the University of Guelph, will be guiding this journey as we explore wildlife conservation and VI’s revolutionary Kenya vet training program in partnership with the University of Nairobi, Egerton University, Kenya Wildlife Services, Laikipia County Department of Veterinary Services, and Ol Pejeta and Loisaba Conservancies.
Close-up encounters with some of the world’s most iconic and endangered wildlife, spending time with our team of experts and learning how you can make a difference!
Trip Details
$11,000/person
International airfare is not included
Above cost includes food, lodging, and local transportation. Physical Activity Rating is 3 (see physical activity rating page)
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Contact info@vetsinternational.org
Reservations should be made well in advance as accommodations are limited, and sell out fast.
Deposit: A non-refundable deposit equal to 20% of your total tour cost is required to guarantee your reservation. If departure date is within 65 days, full payment is required to book your space.
Final Payment: Full payment is due 65 days prior to departure.
Cancellation Charges
a) 20% of total tour cost is forfeited for cancellation made for any reason 66 days or more before departure.
b) 100% of total tour cost is forfeited for cancellations made for any reason 65 or fewer days before departure.Should the tour be cancelled by Veterinarians International then these funds will be applied to a future trip.
Trip Begins
DAY 1 – DAY 2
- Travel to Nairobi
- Greeted by private driver at Jomo Kenyatta Airport
- Check in to the private Hardy House In Karen, have dinner and rest
- Day 2, breakfast, visit The University of Nairobi Veterinary School to meet our partners and the students!
- After lunch visit the Giraffe Center, the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (A.F.E.W. Kenya), a Kenyan non-profit organization, experience close-up encounters with giraffes
- Return to the Hardy House for dinner in Karen, rest for morning flight to Loisaba Conservancy, Laikipia County
Loisaba Conservancy
DAY 3 – DAY 6
- Enjoy morning and evening game drives
- Visit conservancy operations, understand infrastructure and current programs
- Have discovery conversations with senior management regarding future needs of our wildlife veterinary training program
- Enjoy breakfast before departing Loisaba via plane to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
DAY 6 – DAY 8
- Enjoy morning and evening game drives
- Visit conservancy operations, understand infrastructure and current programs
- Have discovery conversations with senior management regarding future needs of our wildlife veterinary training program
- Meet Fatu and Najin the world’s last 2 Northern White Rhinos, converse with Kenya wildlife veterinarians and rangers behind the scenes
Ol Pejeta to Nairobi
DAY 8
- Enjoy breakfast on the final day before departing Ol Pejeta Conservancy via plane back to Nairobi
- Check in to Hardy House, Karen
- Afternoon tea with renowned Kenyan artist Solomon Wamisigo, opportunity for commissioning
- Depart to airport for late night flight
Meet Loisaba
Our mission is to protect and enhance critical wildlife diversity, abundance and habitat in the Loisaba landscape while concurrently supporting sustainable livestock production and improving the lives of neighboring communities. With the goal of being self-sustainable, both tourism and livestock bring revenue to the land, along with offering over 300 jobs to local communities.
Meet Ol Pejeta
We are caretakers of the land, safeguarding endangered species and ensuring the openness and accessibility of conservation for all.
Innovation
An innovative attitude is part of our make-up, we empower our people to think the same way and embrace new approaches to conservation.
Authenticity
We provide natural wilderness experiences, backed up by scientifically credible conservation and genuine interactions with wildlife.
Who is Solomon Wamisigo?
World famous Peter Beard put Kenya on the map with his photographs. Beard commissioned Solomon to add beautifully painted murals to his photographs
Dr. Grace Angeline Watene
Director of Kenya Veterinary Training Program
Dr. Dale Smith
Kenya Vet Training Specialist Task Force
Dr. Tequiero Abuom Okumu
Kenyan Taskforce Committee Member
Dr. Ambrose Kipyegon
Kenyan Taskforce Committee Member
Dr. Lekolool Isaac Ltajewa, BVM, MSc
Kenyan Taskforce Committee Member
Geoffrey Mboya
Communication Liaison Officer of Veterinarians International